Title: Loose Tobacco Market Report of February 1, 1929, from Clarksville, TennesseeAssignee : S. Th. HaldimannDate Created: 1929-02-01Abstract: This postcard of the loose tobacco market report of February 21, 1929 includes sales for the week, season and last season for Springfield and Clarksville, Tennessee and Hopkinsville, Kentucky. The card was sent by S. Th. Haldimann of Clarksville, Tennessee to Gustav H. Rasch of Bremen, Germany on Feb 4, 1929. On the reverse side, are are interesting examples of stamps and post marks from the time. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco CollectionContributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003332add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1824 Apr. 19, Washington [to] Mr. John RossAuthor : Sam HoustonRecipient : John RossDate Created: 1824-04-19Abstract: This document is a letter dated April 19, 1824 written by Sam Houston, future governor of Tennessee, to John Ross, future chief of the Cherokee Nation. Houston writes in response to some questions posed by Ross in regards to John Spears, an interpreter for the Cherokee who served as a delegate on behalf of the Arkansas tribe of the Cherokee. There is apparently a controversy involving Lewis Ross over whether or not Spears was entitled to receive a plot of land. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003054add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Milligan, Sam in Greeneville, Tennessee to Fain, John in Jonesboro, TennesseeAuthor : Sam MilliganRecipient : John FainDate Created: 1866-06-07Abstract: Letter describing the state of cotton claims and the various legal measures taken to recover the property. Notes that he is awaiting a final decision and will inform Fain when he hears it.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)Collection: Rhea PapersContributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001365add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Sandford H. Cohen in Knoxville, Tennessee to the Carolina, Clinchfield, and Ohio Railway in Johnson City, TennesseeAuthor : Sandford H. CohenAssociated name : Carolina, Clinchfield and Ohio RailwayDate Created: 1911-05-18Abstract: This letter is an appeal to the Carolina, Clinchfield and Ohio Railway to set up an exhibit at the 1911 Appalachian Exposition held in Knoxville. The letter states that nearly 500,000 people attended the previous year in 1910 and would be eclipsed by the Exposition of 1911. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Carolina, Clinchfield, and Ohio Railway RecordsContributing Institution: Archives of Appalachia- ETSUURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002628add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Rugby, Morgan county, Tennessee settlement founded October 5th, 1880Attributed name : Thomas Hughes, 1822-1896Attributed name : Board of Aid to Land OwnershipDate Created: 1880Abstract: This pamphlet contains an address by Thomas Hughes, president of the founders of Rugby, Tennessee at the time of Rugby`s founding. Hughes details the philosophy and practices of the English colony, as well as prices for goods and services in the settlement. He also describes the area`s environment and resources. Some of this information is included in the pamphlet`s unique glossary.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: Rare Books CollectionContributing Institution: University of TennesseeSpecial Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001620add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Thomas Moore in Alexandria, Louisiana to James King in Rural RestAuthor : Thomas MooreRecipient : James KingDate Created: 1838-08-16Abstract: This is a letter dated August 16, 1838 from Thomas Moore to his cousin James King. In the letter Moore highlights some events of daily life in Louisiana as well as hopes and prospects for his crops.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002876add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1835 Mar. 9, Alexandria, Louisiana [to] James King, Murfreesboro, TennesseeAuthor : Thomas MooreDate Created: 1835-03-09Abstract: This is a letter dated March 9, 1835 from Thomas Moore to his cousin James King. He urges his cousin to resettle in the south, specifically Louisiana, as soon as possible, as land is quickly being bought and land prices are rising. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002910add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1843 Dec. 20 [to] James KingAuthor : Thomas MooreRecipient : James M. KingDate Created: 1843-12-20Abstract: This is a letter dated December 20, 1843 from Thomas Moore to James M. King. In addition to asking King to repent his political sins, Moore reports on the condition of his crops, and plans for future visits. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002869add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1850 Mar. 7 [to] James KingAuthor : Thomas MooreRecipient : James KingDate Created: 1850-03-07Abstract: This is a letter written on March 7, 1850 to James King, from Thomas Moore. Moore discusses his farm and the desire for more slaves for himself and other family members.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002867add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1835 Jul. 10 [to] James King, Murfreesboro, TennesseeAuthor : Thomas MooreRecipient : James Moore KingDate Created: 1835-07-10Abstract: This is a letter dated July 10, 1835 from Thomas Moore to his cousin James M. King. Moore acknowledges this is the first opportunity has has had to write in some time. He says his son and family are well, but he expresses concern over the health of his crops. He urges King to buy land in Mississippi, and offers him advice on the success of such an endeavor. detail loc of author: Alexandria, LouisianaTennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002909add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Thomas Moore in Bayou Robert, Louisiana to James Moore King in Murfreesboro, TennesseeAuthor : Thomas MooreDate Created: 1836-02-22Abstract: This is a letter dated February 22, 1836 from Thomas Moore to his cousin James King. Moore asks King to keep him updated on the current prices of slaves in King`s area and of the prospects he has for his crops. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002912add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1830 Jul. 21, Alexandria Louisiana [to] Walter Moore, Murfreesboro, TennesseeAuthor : Thomas MooreRecipient : Walter MooreDate Created: 1830-07-21Abstract: This is a letter written on July 21, 1830 from Thomas Moore to his brother Walter Moore. The letter addresses issues such as the conditions of crops, sickness and his plans for marriage.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002892add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1850 Dec. 24 [to] James KingAuthor : Thomas MooreRecipient : James KingDate Created: 1850-12-24Abstract: This is a letter written on Christmas eve, 1850 from Thomas Moore to James Moore King. Moore tells King of his crop yield and sales prices.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002866add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Thomas Moore in Alexandria, Louisiana to Colonel James Moore King in Murfreesboro, TennesseeAuthor : Thomas MooreRecipient : James Moore KingDate Created: 1834-12-22Abstract: A letter dated December 22, 1834 from Thomas Moore to his cousin James King. In addition to telling King that his crops were destroyed by fierce rains, he also tells of his hopes of financial gain with his spring crops.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002908add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1849 Nov. 30, Alexandria, Louisiana [to] James KingAuthor : Thomas MooreRecipient : James KingDate Created: 1849-11-30Abstract: This is a letter dated November 30, 1849 from Thomas Moore to his cousin James King. In the letter Moore criticizes King for his political views associated with the Whig party and urges him to repudiate them before God and his fellow countrymen. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002868add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1834 Feb. 24, Alexandria, LA [to] James King, Murfreesboro, TennesseeAuthor : Thomas O. MooreRecipient : James KingDate Created: 1834-02-24Abstract: This is a letter dated February 24, 1834 to James King from his cousin Thomas Moore. Moore mentions that three of his slaves had run away and describes their pursuit and capture. He also writes of his prospects of his cotton and corn crops in light of the "bank question" possibly being settled by Congress.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Colonel James Moore King Collection, 1792-1877Contributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002907add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1814 Mar. 31, The United States to Timothy MeigsAuthor : United StatesRecipient : Timothy MeigsDate Created: 1814-03-31Abstract: This document is a receipt dated March 31st 1814 from the United States government to Timothy Meigs, agent for the Cherokee Indians, for various articles for encouragement of agriculture and manufacturing.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003086add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Beehive from Knox County, TennesseeCreator : Tom BakerDate Created: 1890Abstract: "Unusual Bee Hive", made by Tom Baker of Knox County in the 1890's , a wooden box with a notched entrance Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: Museum of AppalachiaContributing Institution: Museum of AppalachiaURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000514add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Strawberry Pickers in East TennesseeAuthor; Photographer : unknownDate Created: 1900 - 1930Abstract: A photograph of strawberry pickers in East Tennessee. Handwriting on the back of the photograph records the yearly income from the sale of strawberries and cabbage.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Clyde W. Roddy Public LibraryContributing Institution: Clyde W. Roddy Public LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003496add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Delivering tobacco to the warehouse, Clarksville, TennesseeCreator : unknownDate Created: 1920-03-03Abstract: This postcard depicts tobacco arriving at the warehouse in Clarksville, Tennessee. It was sent to J. L. Power of Columbus, Mississippi on March 27, 1920. The card was printed by E.C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The text reads: "Wish you could see some of these hills--the struts look like Cat Fish Alley to day- as it is Saturday Love"Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco CollectionContributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001582add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Tobacco Prizing House, Clarksville, TennesseeCreator : unknownDate Created: 1890 - 1910Abstract: This is a postcard featuring the G.H. Warneken Tobacco Prizing House in Clarksville, Tennessee. Tobacco was packed in these warehouses. The houses were referred to as "prizing" based upon an early definition of prize, meaning "to press, force, or move with a lever." Clarksville at the turn of the century was heavily involved in the tobacco industry and remained a dominant force in tobacco until the mid-1900s.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco CollectionContributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001584add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Beehive from Carter County, TennesseeCreator : unknownDate Created: 1850 - 1950Abstract: A rare bee hive from Carter Country, Tennessee. It has 9 square sections with glass windows, and cabinets that can cover them from view. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Museum of AppalachiaContributing Institution: Museum of AppalachiaURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000513add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: "Tobacco Warehouse... Here Sounds the Call of the Tobacco Auctioneers"Creator : unknownDate Created: 1978Abstract: A postcard featuring a tobacco warehouse in Clarksville, Tennessee. The front print reads: "Tobacco Warehouse...Here Sounds the Call of the Tobacco Auctioneers--K38. Clarksville, Tennessee, Destroyed by fire, December 6, 1978." The back of the card reads: "Warehouses like this are among the largest in the world, some covering an area of six and a half acres under a single roof. As much as three million pounds of tobacco are sold at a single auction." The printint was made by the Natural Color Post Card Made in U.S.A. by E.C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wis. - IAY.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Contemporary United States (1968-present)Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco CollectionContributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001583add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Tobacco coming into Clarksville, TennesseeCreator : unknownDate Created: 1910-08-17Abstract: This postcard illustration shows tobacco being brought to Clarksville in a caravan of horse-drawn wagons. It was sent by Lillian H. to Tom Stapp of LaFayette, Kentucky. The text reads: "Hello friend--I am sorry I could not be at the meeting just for the sake of old times, and wish I could have been at the barbecue last Saturday. I know I would have enjoyed it. Why dont you people come down this way some time as ever Lilian H. Aug 7, 10"Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Dark Fire Tobacco CollectionContributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001581add to bookbag | view long format in new window